Chaos

"When the system breaks down... someone is about to get rich."

2005 1h 46m EN

😐

6.3

MID

★6.3TMDB · 1,190

DramaActionCrime

Synopsis

Spoiler shield

In Seattle, detective Quentin Conners is unfairly suspended and his partner Jason York leaves the police force after a tragic shooting on Pearl Street Bridge, when the hostage and the criminal die. During a bank heist with a hostage situation, Conners is assigned in charge of the operation with the rookie Shane Dekker as his partner. The thieves, lead by Lorenz, apparently do not steal a penny from the bank. While chasing the gangsters, the police team disclose that they planted a virus in the system, stealing one billion dollars from the different accounts, using the principle of the Chaos Theory. Further, they find that Lorenz is killing his accomplices.

“When the system breaks down... someone is about to get rich.”

WhatsApp X Facebook Telegram

Where to watch · US

Amazon Prime VideoSubscription

Lionsgate+ Amazon ChannelSubscription

Amazon Prime Video with AdsSubscription

Howdy Amazon ChannelSubscription

Amazon VideoRent

Apple TV StoreRent

Google Play MoviesRent

Google Play MoviesBuy

YouTubeBuy

Fandango At HomeBuy

Cast

Jason Statham
Det. Quentin Conners
Ryan Phillippe
Det. Shane Dekker
Wesley Snipes
Lorenz / Jason York
Henry Czerny
Capt. Martin Jenkins
Justine Waddell
Det. Teddy Galloway
Nicholas Lea
Det. Vincent Durano
Jessica Steen
Karen Cross
Rob LaBelle
Bank Manager

Credits

Behind the camera

Director: Tony Giglio
Writers: Tony Giglio
Languages: English
Countries: Canada, United Kingdom, United States of America, Switzerland

Want more? Switch to Cinephile mode in the header for DP, composer, budget, box office, production companies, keywords, and release history.

Did you know?

Fun facts 🍿

1 / 8

MONEY

Did you know

Earned back only 23% of its budget on initial theatrical — a commercial disappointment on release.

MoodPlayr · trivia#01

2 / 8

ERA

Did you know

Released 21 years ago.

MoodPlayr · trivia#02

3 / 8

WORLD

Did you know

International production across 4 countries: Canada, United Kingdom, United States of America, Switzerland.

MoodPlayr · trivia#03

4 / 8

CAST

Did you know

212+ people credited in cast and crew — a small city's worth of labour.

MoodPlayr · trivia#04

5 / 8

DIRECTOR

Did you know

Directed by Tony Giglio, shot by Richard Greatrex. Note their partnership — DPs and directors often return to each other across a career.

MoodPlayr · trivia#05

6 / 8

DIRECTOR

Did you know

Original score by Trevor Jones. Worth a dedicated listen after — most great films lose half their impact without the score.

MoodPlayr · trivia#06

7 / 8

DIRECTOR

Did you know

Editor Sean Barton shaped the rhythm. On an edit-heavy film, the editor does more to control your pulse than the director.

MoodPlayr · trivia#07

8 / 8

CAST

Did you know

Jason Statham and Ryan Phillippe and Wesley Snipes carry the top of the cast.

MoodPlayr · trivia#08

Cinephile deep dive

The take

Tony Giglio directs. Richard Greatrex behind the camera. Trevor Jones scores. Sean Barton cuts. A commercial under-performer on release. Produced in Canada, United Kingdom, United States of America, Switzerland. Dialogue in English.

Trivia

Things worth knowing

1Earned back only 23% of its budget on initial theatrical — a commercial disappointment on release.
2Released 21 years ago.
3International production across 4 countries: Canada, United Kingdom, United States of America, Switzerland.
4212+ people credited in cast and crew — a small city's worth of labour.
5Directed by Tony Giglio, shot by Richard Greatrex. Note their partnership — DPs and directors often return to each other across a career.
6Original score by Trevor Jones. Worth a dedicated listen after — most great films lose half their impact without the score.
7Editor Sean Barton shaped the rhythm. On an edit-heavy film, the editor does more to control your pulse than the director.
8Jason Statham and Ryan Phillippe and Wesley Snipes carry the top of the cast.
9Marketing tagline: "When the system breaks down... someone is about to get rich.".
10IMDB entry: tt0402910 — still the authoritative cross-reference for credits and trivia.
11Classified under 8 themes, including "police", "fight", "chaos theory", "investigation".

The technical file

Cinematography: Richard Greatrex
Original score: Trevor Jones
Editing: Sean Barton
Production design: Chris August
Costume design: Bobbie Read
Makeup / hair: Catherine Graham
Sound: Adrian Rhodes
Stunt coordinator: Cole S. McKay
Runtime: 106 min · 1h 46m
Aspect ratio (typical): 1.37:1 (Academy)
Status: Released
Budget: $30,000,000
Box office: $7,000,000
Return: 23% of budget
Original language: EN
Certification (US): R
IMDB: Chaos (2005)

Also by

Tony Giglio

Stills · wallpapers

Selected frames

Full-resolution frames — open one to save it as a wallpaper.

Wallpaper

Trailers & featurettes

Watch the pieces

Community reviews

What people are saying

RalphRahal2025-01-10
★ 5/10
Chaos is an action-packed crime thriller that tries to keep you guessing, but it leans heavily on genre clichés, which can make it feel predictable at times. Jason Statham and Wesley Snipes deliver solid performances, but the lack of character buildup early on means you don’t get too attached to anyone. The movie jumps straight into action, which might please some but leaves others craving more depth. One thing that stands out, though, is Trevor Jones’ score, especially "Incident on Pearl Street Bridge." It perfectly captures the tension and betrayal in the story and has a haunting orchestral vibe that sticks with you. The cinematography deserves a shoutout, particularly the wide city shots that feel grounded and real. Unlike the overdone CGI cities in so many films today, this one immerses you in the setting, giving the movie an authentic edge. The chaos theory references are a smart touch, blending intelligence with action, though the execution isn’t always as tight as it could be. Fans of straightforward action might find the twists excessive, but there’s no denying the script had some clever moments. While the last act banks heavily on its big twist, it stretches the reveal a bit too far, sacrificing some depth that could’ve made the finale more satisfying. Still, if you enjoy crime thrillers with a mix of grit, betrayal, and brainy concepts, Chaos might be worth a watch. Just don’t expect it to blow your mind. It’s more like a controlled storm than pure chaos

Production companies